About Us
The Lumiere Foundation is a Not for Profit (NFP) organisation supporting
people experiencing disadvantages, trauma and complex life challenges. We partner with community service organisations to provide skilled staff to disability and Out-of-Home Care services, helping young people stay safe, supported and connected.
Every person in our organisation plays a role in delivering consistent, high-quality care, whether supporting young people directly or working behind the scenes. At Lumiere Foundation, your work creates real change, for a brighter tomorrow.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a compassionate and dynamic Disability Support Workers with experience in working with different groups, including children and young people, people with mental health challenges, intellectual disabilities, sensory difficulties, and those with physical disabilities to join our dedicated teams.
This role suits someone with experience in mental health and disability support who values connection and person-centred care. You’ll be employed by Lumiere Foundation and work onsite with Interactive Community Care (ICCare), a trusted provider supporting families across NSW since 2010.
What we Offer:
- Casual employment.
- Competitive hourly rates starting from a casual rate of $ 43.23 (inclusive of 25% loading) and up to a casual rate of $ 45.94 (inclusive of 25% loading) based on qualifications, experience and capability.
- The opportunity to work with a s Supportive, trauma-informed team focused on safe, high-quality care.
- Training and development opportunities including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.
- A workplace that values diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunity.
- Dedicated on-call team for after-hours support.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll support people of all abilities in areas such as:
- Personal and emotional wellbeing
- Domestic tasks (shopping, cleaning, transport, laundry)
- Community engagement and social connection
- Monitoring and reporting on health or behaviour concerns
- Medication administration (where required)
What You’ll Bring
- Certificate III in Aged Care, Individual Support or related field (or willingness to obtain).
- Minimum 6 month’s experience in a similar role.
- Experience with domestic duties.
- Ability to be flexible and able travel to various locations.
- Active listening and communication skills.
- Basic English reading, writing and numeracy skills.
- Working with Children Check clearance for employment.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Unrestricted driver’s license and comprehensively insured car.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
Essential Requirements:
- Full, unrestricted Australian working rights
- National Crime Check (or willingness to obtain)
- NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)
- Licensing & transport: Current Australian driver’s licence and reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
- Availability for variety of different shifts over a fortnightly roster (day/evening/sleepover/weekend).
If you would like further information on this role, please contact the Lumiere Foundation recruitment team at recruitment@lumierefoundation.org.au.
